One of the first questions every business owner asks is: how much does a website actually cost? The answer depends on several factors, but this guide gives you realistic numbers to work with.
Domain and hosting: Your domain name costs around eight hundred to twelve hundred rupees per year. Hosting ranges from three thousand rupees per year for shared hosting to thirty thousand rupees or more for managed WordPress or VPS hosting.
Design and development: The biggest cost. A professionally designed five-page business website typically costs between twenty thousand and fifty thousand rupees. Each additional page adds to the cost.
Custom features: Any special functionality — booking systems, membership areas, calculators, or API integrations — adds to the development cost. Simple features can add five to fifteen thousand rupees each.
Content creation: Professional copywriting and photography are often overlooked expenses. Quality content is essential for SEO and conversions. Budget five to twenty thousand rupees for professional content.
Ongoing costs: Websites are not a one-time expense. Annual domain renewal, hosting fees, security monitoring, and content updates typically cost ten to thirty thousand rupees per year.
For a complete, professionally built business website, expect to invest between thirty thousand and one lakh fifty thousand rupees upfront, depending on complexity. This investment pays for itself many times over when your website generates leads and sales.
A cheap website may save money upfront but costs more in lost opportunities and eventual replacement. Consider your website an investment, not an expense.
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